1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 375 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (393 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Chrysler | Studebaker |
| Model | Cordoba | President State |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3070 mm |
